GSY Level 1
In-Person & Livestream
Training & Retreat


Tucson, Arizona
July/August, 2025

Gentle Somatic Yoga® Level 1 Hybrid Training and Retreat 

Join James Knight, one of the early pioneers to bridge Somatics and Yoga, for a somatic movement education that you will not find anywhere else!

The theme for this training: Your Healing Journey Begins with a Supportive Foundation

Learn and embody

  • 25+ Somatic Movement Flows® (SMFs) for self-care, resiliency, health, and wellbeing. These SMFs can be taught/practiced as stand-alone, and/or arranged for full length group movement classes. 

    Also, learn the neuroscience, philosophy, and method of Gentle Somatic Yoga® (GSY). This course is not only designed for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, bodyworkers, and health care professionals, but also for the everyday person who wants to invest in learning how to develop an easy and reliable home practice. 

  • As a bonus, you will have complimentary access to our full online GSY Level 1 training program. This program has an abundance of follow-along videos, downloadable step-by-step illustrated handouts (to create a teaching manual), and other supportive educational materials. 

2025 dates for this training are:

Livestream on Zoom*: 10am - 12pm (PT)
Saturday/Sunday: July 12 & 13
Saturday/Sunday: July 26 & 27

In-person:  At the beautiful boutique resort in Tucson, Arizona: Tanque Verde Ranch ~ August 17 - 21, 2025
No movement classes are scheduled on August 17th or 21st, but we do have an optional meet and greet the evening of the 17th.
The event highlight will be the Salsa & Margarita (Making) Competition on Wednesday, August 21st for both groups.

James is excited to be offering, for the second year in a row, training in his own home town of Tucson, Arizona. Tucson is an international travel destination and the venue he has reserved, Tanque Verde Ranch, is rated the
#1 Top Resorts in the Southwest by the Readers' Choice Awards Condé Nast Traveler.

*If you need to miss one or more of the virtual Zoom sessions, not a problem. All Zoom sessions are recorded and will have lifetime access.
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Details about this training 

For the past couple of years, we at GSY, have been exploring different platforms to offer our training programs. A new option is our hybrid training which offers part livestream and part in-person experience. This not only cuts down on cost, but it also offers the best of both worlds: learning out of the comfort of your own home, and also the in-person experience where the direct transmission can come through hands-on exchange.
   

MORE OF WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • How and why Somatic Movement Flows® get to the root cause of persistent pain, stiffness, poor posture, anxiety, and lack of energy
  • Ways to practice nourishing movements that are suitable and effective for your body. Emphasis will be on finding your own inner teacher and relying less on “doing it right” according to instruction or demonstration
  • How to embody the experience of wellness and build the self-confidence for continued self-healing
  • How to practice mindful and compassionate ways to move that inspires deeper connection with your body
  • How GSY is firmly rooted in leading-edge neuroscience and balanced with heart-based wisdom
  • What tips and modifications you can adapt to your own body, or your clients, in both group classes and private sessions
  • How to replace static stretching with innovative brain-to-muscle re-education


THIS COURSE IS RIGHT FOR YOU IF

  • You are a Yoga Teacher, Yoga Therapist, Bodyworker, Personal Trainer, Occupational Therapist, Dance Teacher, or anyone who works with clients one-on-one and/or in groups 
  • You are a caregiver and want to help people who are living with chronic pain
  • You want to be, or already are a facilitator of corporate wellness programs
  • You are a layperson interested in moving smarter, feeling better, relieving aches and pains, and minimizing disease risk
  • You are someone who wants to learn how to move with more pleasure and ease during your everyday activities and movement

MORE ABOUT THE IN-PERSON VENUE

Tanque Verde Ranch is one of America's old-time cattle and guest ranches. Located on 640 acres of Tucson's most breathtaking desert landscapes, the ranch is nestled among Rincon mountains and adjacent to Saguaro National Park and Coronado National Forest.

Established in 1868, Tanque Verde Ranch is recognized as the last luxurious outpost of the old west providing guests with comfy accommodations, unparalleled amenities, and a vast array of exciting activities including horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, and more!

Your tuition cost covers all the livestream sessions prior to our in-person intensive and it is important to note that all meals, gratuities for staff, taxes, etc. are included in your total event cost.

A PERK FOR THE IN-PERSON TRAINING - BRING A GUEST! 

You are invited to bring a friend or family members as guests to join you if they are not taking the training but would like to take advantages of the amenities at Tanque Verde Ranch (click HERE for a sample of the multitude of activities they can participate in). The additional fee per person is minimal as it just covers meals, taxes, and gratuities. And, yes, your guest is invited to join us at mealtime.

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEU's)

Yoga teachers: earn 32 hours of Yoga Alliance approved CEU’s for this GSY Level 1 course.
Yoga Therapists may also apply for IAYT CEU’s. Here are the categories you can use.

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MORE ABOUT TANQUE VERDE RANCH, TUCSON, ARIZONA


Awards:

"Best all-inclusive Family Resort" ~ Travel and Leisure Magazine

"Top Dude Ranch" ~ Lonely Planet Guide and Magazine

Tanque Verde Ranch is one of America’s old-time cattle and guest ranches. Located on 60,000 acres of Tucson’s most breathtaking desert landscapes, nestled amongst the Rincon Mountains and adjacent to Saguaro National Park and Coronado National Forest. Established in 1868, Tanque Verde Ranch is recognized as the last luxurious outpost of the old west providing guests with comfy accommodations, unparalleled amenities, and a vast array of exciting activities including horseback riding, mountain biking, fishing, hiking, and more!

WORLD CLASS SPA AT THE RANCH
 

The spa is the ultimate spot to relax, find peace of mind and wind down from an adventurous day in the desert. Surrender yourself to the soothing touch of massage specialists or refresh yourself with a skin renewal treatment. Enjoy Eminence products during your treatments which are a 98% organic Hungarian line that uses all fresh fruits, vegetables, spices and herbs.

Afterwards, cool down from the desert sun in the spa’s indoor pool where large windows look out over the mountainous Arizona landscape. A whirlpool also accompanies the spa in order to provide you with the finest pampering experience.

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GSY Level 1 in-person and livestream hybrid training and retreat

In-person: Tucson, Arizona | August 17-21, 2025

About your facilitator:


James Knight, founder of Gentle Somatic Yoga®, is one of the early pioneers to bridge Somatics and yoga. He is an experienced Yoga Teacher, Certified Hanna Somatic Educator from the Novato Institute for Somatic Research and Training (3rd wave), and Integrative Therapist. His passion is to inspire and encourage others to live a fulfilling life of physical, emotional and spiritual freedom.
 
From his combined experience as a lifelong yogi, intuitive bodyworker, body-oriented psychotherapist, movement educator and author, James created an easy and reliable method that reverses the cause and effects of muscular pain, stiffness, and other tension-based conditions. Most people find immediate and long-lasting beneficial results. 

Rates below include the 4 nights at
Tanque Verde Ranch ~ Tucson, AZ & all sessions (Both livestream and in-person)

***We have a limited amount of rooms allotted to us that GSY has reserved and paid for. Book soon to ensure you get the room you want. Scroll down to find photos of each accommodation option.  

Note: If you are considering bringing someone with you who is not taking the training and your room can accommodate them, we only need to add on meals and taxes. If you are looking to share a room with a friend taking the training, email us and we can talk about double occupancy rate.

Lastly, if you want to be paired with another GSY student you do not know yet, pay your deposit and we will do the best we can to match you with another trainee with no guarantees. Use this list to sign up to connect with others looking to attend your training. You can also email us at CustomerCare@gentlesomaticyoga.com for help with this option.
This training will most likely sell-out so reserve now!***

 The cost of the training, for the rooms listed below, INCLUDES:
 
  • Tuition for GSY Level 1 - both livestream sessions and in-person intensive. All hybrid students get complimentary access to the online training course as a perk
  • Selected room accommodation for the in-person portion (including gratuity for staff and taxes)
  • 3 scrumptious meals a day for the in-person portion
  • A special culinary group event --the infamous homemade "Salsa & Margarita" competition (non-alcoholic options available)

Does not include:
 
  • Transportation to and from the Tucson International Airport (but this can be arranged through the Resort at $50 RT)
  • Horseback riding
  • Spa treatments
  • And other resort activities (there is a huge list of activities to choose from!)    
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A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of reserving your spot (exception: a personal emergency, or travel restrictions change depending on your country of origin. Cancellation admin fees may apply).

The balance is due on June 30, 2025 ~ or pay in full if you sign up after June 30, 2025.
 

Single Enrollment Training Occupancy Options


Options below are priced for ONE person taking the training. The cost below includes tuition fees for both in-person and livestream training sessions, lodging, meals, gratuities and taxes. These prices also include your deposit of $500.

You are welcome to add a non-student guest to your room selection using the "Guest - not in training" add-on option so that we can accommodate them into the meal package, with gratuities and taxes accounted for.

**You have the choice to pay your deposit only today. Scroll down to checkout and pay your DEPOSIT ONLY. Please indicate your preferred room and we will do our best to save it with no other balance today.** 

Purchasing your room, in addition to paying your deposit today, GUARANTEES your room of choice.

A 2-payment option is also available at checkout (Scroll all the way down to see your selections and payment options).

**All photos below are example images of your room type. This beautifully rustic-chic venue is home to 69 rooms and 29 room types. Please read room descriptions for numbers of beds and amenities.

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Desert Garden ~ Sala (Single Training Enrollment) ~ $2,884

Modernly rustic, quaint and cozy. These Sala rooms feature one king bed with an en-suite bathroom.  These rooms offer a quiet place to retreat after a full day of fun and adventure.

Amenities include: one king bed, inviting sofa chair, fireplace, mini fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron, safe, & shared a patio.

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Desert Garden ~ Sala Guest (Not Enrolled in Training) ~ $694

You can bring a guest not taking the training that can enjoy the property when you are in session. This guest pass covers their meals and gratuities for this one king Sala room choice. (Please select Desert Garden Sala with Training, then Add Your Guest with this option.)


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 Mi Casa Su Casa ~ Sala (Single Training Enrollment) ~$2,884

Modernly rustic, quaint and cozy. These spacious Sala rooms feature one king bed.  These large accommodations offer a quiet place to retreat after a full day of fun and adventure with incredible views for summer sunsets.

Amenities include: one king bed, inviting sofa chair, fireplace, mini fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron, safe, & shared a patio.

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Mi Casa Su Casa ~ Sala Guest (Not Enrolled in Training) ~ $694  

You can bring a guest not taking the training that can enjoy the property when you are in session. This guest pass covers their meals and gratuities for this one king Sala room choice.


Double Enrollment Lodging
& Double* Occupancy Options for Groups


Casitas offer up to 3 beds (see room descriptions below) and are ideal for group accommodations. Whether you are a family, or looking to room with other students in training, these rooms are ideal for double -- or more occupancy.

For TWO people taking the training: The listed "Double Occupancy (Both Enrolled in Training)" cost below includes tuition fees for the in-person and livestream training sessions, lodging, meals, gratuities and taxes for BOTH people - priced separately. These prices also include your deposit of $500. Each person needs to purchase the same room option individually.

*If your guest is NOT enrolling in the training, please select the "Guest (Not Enrolled in Training)" room choice for the all-inclusive meal package for both of you, which combines the cost for your convenience. Your guest has access to all venue amenities and activities while you are in training.

Email us if you have any questions: customercare@gentlesomaticyoga.com. 

*Additional Non-Training Guest Passes can be added for meal costs plus taxes $694 per person. Select a "Add an Additional Guest" for your preferred room below and this will be accounted for at checkout.

**Choice to pay deposit only. Scroll down to checkout and pay your DEPOSIT ONLY. Please select your preferred room with no other balance today.** 

*Deposit only*  secures your space in the training and we will do our best to match the room preference later.
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Mi Casa Su Casa ~ Casita ~ Double Occupancy (Both Enrolled in Training): $2,470 Each

More spacious than our Salas, Casitas come complete with comfy sitting areas and a fireplace. After a day full of activity, relax in your air-conditioned room to enjoy a colorful desert sunset view through the large windows. We selected this time of year for the spectacular seasonal rains (monsoons) that are extraordinary to behold.


In the morning or evenings after training, enjoy nature from your shared patio. Casitas in this part of the venue feature one king. **This room features one king bedroom with a door and 2 queen sofa beds.


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Mi Casa Su Casa ~ Casita with a Guest (Not Enrolled Training): $3,578 Total for 2 people

You can bring a guest not taking the training that can enjoy the property when you are in session.  These Casita rooms include one king bedroom, and two queen sofa sleepers in living room, along with a fireplace, table with 3 chairs, mini fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron, safe, and small outside shared patio for sunsets and sunrises.

*For additional guests not enrolled in the training, select "Add an Additional Guest" below.



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Road Runner Ridge Casita ~ Double Occupancy (Both Enrolled in Training): $2,470 Each

More spacious than our Salas, these casitas come with 2 queen beds, complete with a separate living room, an en-suite bathroom, kitchen table, and include a fireplace.

After a day full of activity, relax with a good book, or enjoy a fiery sunset on your private patio.

Amenities include: fireplace, dining table, mini fridge, coffee maker, hairdryer, iron & and outside patio. 

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Road Runner Ridge ~ Casita with a Guest (Not Enrolled Training): $3,578 Total for 2 people

More spacious than our Salas, Casitas come complete with comfy sitting areas. After a day full of activity, relax in your air-conditioned room to enjoy a colorful desert sunset view through the large windows.

We selected this time of year for the spectacular seasonal rains (monsoons) that are extraordinary to behold.

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Additional Guest Pass - $694
In the room options above, you have the option to select your room preference for one person enrolled in the training and a guest in that room. Because some rooms can sleep more than 2 people, you might want to add one more guest to your reservation. This is ideal for families or friends traveling alongside someone in the training.
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GSY Level 1 Certification Add-on - $300
Benefits of certification include approval and evaluation feedback to your submitted teachback, resulting in permission to use GSY 's name and logos and inclusion in our worldwide GSY Teacher Directory. *Can be redeemed anytime after your in-person training.

Please enter your information below to secure your room for the in-person LEVEL 1 GSY Training.

Email us if you have any questions: customercare@gentlesomaticyoga.com. 

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Our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 
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Our cancellation policy is as follows:  Deposits are due upon registering.  In-person event deposits are non-refundable. If the event you are registered for is more than 90 days out, partial refunds for the remaining payment may be considered, on a case-by-case basis, based on our retreat/training venues policies.  There are no refunds if you want to cancel if your event is scheduled in less than 90 days.
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If you are bringing someone with you to share your room, as mentioned & selected above, please enter their full name, email address and phone number below where indicated. If you are planning to share a room with a friend taking the training -- each of you needs to pay your deposit and we can send you an adjusted remaining balance with the double occupancy rate.
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If you want to pay your DEPOSIT ONLY please email us at CustomerCare@gentlesomaticyoga.com to share your preferences.
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